To call I a Norwegian supergroup would be nothing short of an understatement: featuring members of mighty IMMORTAL , GORGOROTH , SAHG and ENSLAVED in their ranks, it comes as no surprise that the debut album Between Two Worlds (in stores November 3 in Europe, November 14 in US) takes us to the very roots of high-class metal and further.
The obvious hints at the legendary BATHORY (just check out "Far Beyond The Quiet") are meant as a tribute to the deceased mastermind Quorthon: it was written in honor to the highly influential Swedish cult act. Lyricist Demonaz (who won't appear onstage with I) even points out having tried to write in Quorthon's style.
I have suceeded in truly combining the best of two worlds: a haunting and epic look at the past of Black Metal, fused with all the hatred and heaviness IMMORTAL are still standing for. Those who attended I's sensational live debut at this year's "Hole In The Sky" festival in Bergen, Norway will certainly agree.
